Sep 24, 2026 · 5 min listen · Last updated September 24, 2026
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TTG Market Review⚡: Positions, Themes & Global Trend Portfolio
Here is your end of day Market Recap: Rates & Dollar Explode Higher, Cyber & Software Excels Macro: Bonds TLT -1.6% / Dollar UUP +0.6% / VIX +7% Big jump in Yields and Dollar / IWM IWC weak Software, Cyber, Energy lead Miners & Metals, Biotech, Uranium, China, Semis, Builders lag 🧰 “Out of the Box” Proprietary Stock Screen🧰 Notes Regarding the Below Lists: Names trending above their Value Area on 3 different timeframes Uses Volume at Price — MarketWebs (MW) Trading System learn more Can be utilized to generate trade ideas 💡, names to watch / set alerts 🔔, and identify 🔍potential sector and…
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield has surged past 5%, hitting 5.11%, its highest since 2007. This spike is significant as it often signals panic in the markets, especially given its role as a benchmark for risk-free rates globally. The bond market is reacting sharply to rising energy prices, particularly Brent crude, which jumped nearly 4% to $103.31 after tensions escalated between the U.S. and Iran.
The recent calm in financial markets, following a modest rate hike by the Fed, has been disrupted. While there was some optimism about potential diplomatic progress, that quickly faded, reigniting fears about inflation and its impact on bonds. As yields rise, the pressure on bond prices increases, creating a cycle that could lead to more aggressive monetary policies, like yield curve control.
This situation could push investors toward hard assets as traditional bonds become less appealing. Keep an eye on how these dynamics unfold, as they could shape market sentiment moving forward. For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports Bitcoin — link in show notes.
The Nasdaq is up over 2.7% this week, driven largely by excitement around META’s new AI product, 'Muse.' Meanwhile, small caps are lagging, down about 0.7%. Despite this tech rally, breadth remains weak; only 26% of stocks are above their 20-day moving average, indicating an oversold condition. The 10-year yield continues to climb, which, combined with ongoing Middle East tensions and inflation concerns, is creating a bit of a mixed bag in the markets.
Interestingly, even with the S&P just 140 basis points from its highs, the Fear-Greed index has dipped back into fear territory, suggesting that while the indices look strong, underlying sentiment is shifting. It’s a reminder that sometimes the surface doesn’t tell the whole story.
For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports Bitcoin — link in show notes.
Let’s Wrap: ProShares CEO Michael Sapir Talks Expanding Beyond ETFs
A little leverage can go a long way. ProShares formed in 2006 and quickly became a pioneer in the ETF space, launching the first US-listed leveraged and inverse funds. But the issuer — which surpassed $100 billion in assets under management last year — has steadily expanded beyond them. The firm has moved into crypto, money markets and autocallables, among other areas. Now, it is taking an even bigger step beyond the ETF wrapper.
The 10-year Treasury yield jumped to about 5.11%, the highest since 2007, signaling potential trouble for the stock market. This surge, driven by inflation fears and rising government borrowing costs, suggests that as bond yields climb, the math behind stock valuations deteriorates. With long-term rates increasing, everything from mortgages to corporate borrowing becomes pricier, putting pressure on the entire financial system.
Investors have been leveraging up, with margin debt hitting record highs, but this could backfire if stocks start to fall. The landscape is precarious, with massive debt levels across households and the government. If bond yields keep rising, we might see a significant shift in market dynamics, leading to what some are calling a reckoning.
For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports Bitcoin — link in show notes.
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